Randy Jackson Parents: Meet Joe Jackson & Katherine Jackson

Randy Jackson is the son of Joe Jackson and Katherine Jackson.

Meet Randy Jackson’s Parents

• Joseph Jackson, known as Joe Jackson

Joe Jackson was a talent manager and patriarch of the Jackson family. He was born on July 26, 1928, in Fountain Hill, Arkansas, and passed away on June 27, 2018, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Joe Jackson was instrumental in launching the careers of his children in the music industry, including The Jackson 5 and Michael Jackson’s solo career. He was known for his strict discipline and rigorous training regimen for his children, which contributed to their success but also led to strained relationships within the family.

• Katherine Jackson

Born Kattie B. Screws on May 4, 1930, in Barbour County, Alabama, is the matriarch of the Jackson family. She married Joseph Jackson in 1949 and together they had ten children, including Randy Jackson. Katherine played a significant role in supporting her children’s musical pursuits and providing a nurturing home environment. She is known for her strong sense of family and dedication to her children’s well-being.